2010 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Ford Escape. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 790 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse.
Because 2010 Ford Escape is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Escape. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Escape (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Escape | 2012 Chevrolet Traverse | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Escape | Traverse |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 2113 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 5207 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2111 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 83 L |